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Portsmouth - Quays & Spice Island

Portsmouth

Quays & Spice Island

Portsmouth - Quays & Spice Island

The suspicious case of the sunken Press Gang boss

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8,000+ happy families

They are a really good and fun way to explore a new town or city, or your local area... Suitable for all ages. We are in our 70's.

– Laura Reeves

We were a group of 3 generations between 17 and 70ish – you really don't need to have children with you to enjoy these trails.

– Sarah Smith

Makes exploring towns really fun.

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Great little adventures... and at £10.99 they are good value.

– L Stewart

Fantastic time spent exploring, treasure hunting, seeing new places.

– Jane Stevens

We got to see new places and things you wouldn’t notice, if you were simply walking round.

– Laura Beale

Brilliant fun, covering all ages. I've done these alone, with my teen kids and even did one as a first date!

– Zara Lyford

A great way of visiting a place in a way you wouldn't normally.

– DaveB3650

You look at features of towns you don't normally notice.

– Rachel Hill

Enjoyable solving clues and going to places in the town which we never knew existed.

– Mr Stephen Parnell

An excellent way of exploring a new or familiar place.

– Lucien Riviere

We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

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Explore Portsmouth Differently

Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

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  • Follow a carefully planned self-guided route through the area
  • Use real landmarks and features to crack around 18 clever clues
  • Notice fascinating features you'd normally walk straight past
  • Great fun for everyone from 6 to 106
  • Around 2.5 hours of exploring
    Around 2.6 miles of walking
  • One trail is perfect for up to 5 people

How it Works

  1. 1. Choose how you want to explore

    Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.

  2. 2. Access it
    instantly

    Your App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.

  3. 3. Explore
    & solve

    Follow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.

  4. 4. Submit
    your answer

    Enter your final
    answer online to
    reveal the ending.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

Portsmouth

Then we need your help on this self-guided detective mystery Trail around historic Portsmouth! Hunt down the captivating clues, explore through the cobbled streets and absorb the incredible Anglican Cathedral, the Gunwharf Quays and Spice Island.

But there's more to this city than meets the eye...

Trail Backstory Title: A Gangster's Last Stand

Residents of Portsmouth weren't surprised or distraught to discover that local Press Gang boss Rob Yutoo had met his demise in suspicious circumstances. They're denying all knowledge and refusing to help, despite the pleas from the police. Chief Inspector Nick Ewall is convinced it must be the work of a rival gang and has received a taunting message from the culprit. He needs super sleuths to tap into their skills and track down 'whodunnit'. Are you up to the task?

Portsmouth - Quays & Spice Island
Portsmouth - Quays & Spice Island
Portsmouth - Quays & Spice Island
From the case file
Portsmouth - Quays & Spice Island

Every clue brings you closer to the truth...

Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Portsmouth - Spice Island Press Gangs Treasure Trail starts at:

Victoria Avenue

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO1 2TA

England


Detective Mystery Trail

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2.5 Hours Duration

2.5 Hours

2.6 Miles Walking Distance

2.6 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

The Details

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Portsmouth.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 2.6-mile 'loop' Trail (takes roughly 2.5 hours to complete at your own pace).
  • Text message service for clues if you get stuck.
  • Learn more about where you live, or explore somewhere new.
  • Download your Trail now for instant fun (or receive your copy in the post)!

Before you set off on your awesome adventure, there are a few things you need to know...

The route is not friendly for wheelchair users due to some unavoidable steps; however, those with light pushchairs should find it manageable.

Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that it is a busy city centre, so dogs will need to be kept on leads.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Victoria Avenue (PO1 2TF), where your investigation begins. If full, more parking is available at The Esplanade, just a five-minute walk away.

There are some fantastic events in Portsmouth's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this waterfront city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Portsmouth Visitor Information.

There are public toilets available towards Clue 05 and Clues 16-17, and the route passes several shops and cafes (and a few ice cream parlours!) along the way.

Why not make a day of it and enjoy a spot of retail therapy at Gunwharf Quays? For those with a love of history, The D-Day Story is packed full of information to learn, or take a peek inside the Royal Garrison Church to uncover more twisting tales of Portsmouth's past!

Mini Detective Club

We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.

Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.

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